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Desimini, Lisa

Fire Pups to the Rescue!

40 pp. | Little/Ottaviano | May, 2025 | Trade ISBN 9780316576871 $17.99
(2) PS Dalmatians have long been associated with fire trucks and stations. In this preschooler-pitched book about canine fire rescue, we meet four endearing pups: Spot, Zippy, Pip, and Wink. At the firehouse, they are trained to listen, use their sense of smell, check for movement in the dark, and gently carry things in their mouths -- all skills they will use in a real fire. When the alarm rings with a "CLANG! CLANG! CLANG!" the firefighters and dogs jump into action. Once they arrive at a burning house, the drama builds as each dog makes a rescue: Pip sees movement through smoke and brings a hamster to safety, Spot opens a birdcage door and leads a parrot outside, and so forth. Desimini (Dot the Fire Dog, rev. 11/01) presents information simply for young listeners. The illustrations, in collage and paint and finished digitally, use strong, bold colors and depict adorable pups that are eager and attentive. An enjoyable story that successfully introduces firefighters and their firehouse to a young audience from an angle appealing to animal lovers. Back matter includes safety tips and a historical note about Dalmatians' role as fire dogs.
Reviewer: | Horn Book Magazine Issue: September, 2025

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